Disease: chronic gastritis

Functional Components from the Liquid Fermentation of Edible and Medicinal Fungi and Their Food Applications in China

Mushroom mycelium grown in liquid fermentation produces many beneficial compounds like polysaccharides and proteins that support immune function and may help fight cancer and oxidative stress. These fermented mushroom products can be added to foods, beverages, and health supplements to boost their nutritional value and health benefits. Studies show that fermented mushroom mycelium sometimes contains higher levels of beneficial compounds compared to whole mushroom fruiting bodies, making it a promising ingredient for functional foods and health products.

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Heavy Metal-Contaminated Soils and Gastric Cancer Risk: Molecular Insights and the Relevance of a One Health Perspective

Heavy metals like cadmium, arsenic, and lead contaminate agricultural soils and accumulate in crops such as rice and vegetables, which people consume as part of their daily diet. These metals damage stomach cell DNA and trigger inflammation, increasing cancer risk, especially when combined with bacterial infections like H. pylori. A comprehensive approach monitoring soil quality, crop safety, and human health together can help prevent this disease and protect communities from contamination.

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The safety and efficacy of Houtou Jianweiling tablet in patients with chronic non-atrophic gastritis: a double-blind, non-inferiority, randomized controlled trial

This study tested a traditional Chinese herbal medicine called Houtou Jianweiling Tablet against omeprazole, a common stomach medication, for treating chronic stomach inflammation. The herbal tablet worked just as well as the conventional drug at relieving stomach pain, bloating, and reducing harmful bacteria, while being very safe with almost no side effects. This suggests that people with mild to moderate stomach inflammation could use this natural herbal alternative instead of, or alongside, conventional medications.

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Attributes of Culture Bacteria as Influenced by Ingredients That Help Treat Leaky Gut

Researchers tested whether eight natural ingredients commonly used to treat leaky gut would affect the beneficial bacteria used to make yogurt. They found that ingredients like marshmallow root, licorice root, and slippery elm bark not only didn’t harm the yogurt bacteria but actually made them more resistant to stomach acid and bile. This means these ingredients could be safely added to yogurt to boost both the probiotic bacteria and the gut-healing properties of the product.

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